Hot Jezebel

The first time I made this, I had the same problem as a number of other reviewers....no body was willing to try this because it looked a little odd. The next time I brought it to a party, I mixed it all up together an sprinkled a bit of paprika and fresh parsley on top. NOW people were willing to try it. It was a big hit, and I got lots of requests for the recipe.

Unfortunately this was not well received. I had a candle party with 9 people and I was the only one who tried this. If it's any consolation, I liked it. I guess I don't live in jezebel country.

I was intrigued by the odd ingredients in this dip. It was really very good, but I doubt I will make it again.

Loved it!!!! For those of you who enjoy more a little extra kick in the spice department. I substituted 1 Tablespoon of Chinese Mustard for one of the Tablespoons of Dijon. Everyone loved it!!!!

I'm a southerner living in the north where no one has ever had this. I served it at a party recently and it was a big hit with my unenlightened Yankee friends. I might add a little more horseradish to taste next time, although it was absolutely delicious as the recipe is written.

Instead of black pepper, try using 1/4 teaspoon (or to taste) of red pepper flakes. It adds more kick and satisfies the need for a more desirable look. Encourage people to try to first bite and then relax...it's gone!

Very good and got lots of great reviews on a weekend retreat. I've made it several times with terrific success.

This is really, really good. I've made it for years with half apricot and half pineapple preserves. Recently, I used a small can of drained crushed pineapple instead of the pineapple preserves and it was really good too. Great with Triscuits - you need something substantial. Also, I always "pre-spread" a few crackers and put them on the serving plate to get folks going. You can tell timid eaters to spread a lot of cream cheese on the cracker with just a little sauce so it's not to hot for them. My Mother-in-law gave me this recipe (with half pineapple preserves instead of all apricot) about 30 years ago. I didn't know it was so famous! :)

Easy, and very tasty served with cream cheese. Also any leftover dip is good served as a dip for chicken nuggets,or chicken fingers.

Very unusal. Great with crispy toast, or crakers.Spicy, Sweet and hot. I have fixed it many times now and always get asked for the recipe. Thanks!

Everyone at my party looooooved this recipe. I was concerned about the horseradish thinking alot of people don't like it but I was pleasantly surprised! I bought Peach Preserves by mistake but it was still very good. I am making it again tonight but will use Apricot this time. I have been asked for this recipe by alot of my friends! Thanks, Lisa

I've tried many versions of this but this one is DEFINITELY the best! It always goes. Guests always have the same puzzled look on their face when you tell them what's in it. TIP OF THE DAY: Next time you are grilling, spray grill with nonstick spray then brush this glaze (minus the cream cheese, of course) on porkchops, chicken, ham or shrimp! I've gotten rave reviews on this, too!

For a knock out presentation, which takes more time to explain than do (and can be done ahead of time): 4 lightly buttered phyllo pastry sheets stacked one top of the other, cut in squares (makes 12), each square placed in muffin pan, bake (empty) at 300 until golden brown. Do this twice for 24 phyllo cups. When ready to serve add spread in cups, then garnish. Beautiful... all gone

This is a wonderful sauce. While experimenting to see if I wanted to serve this at my New Years Eve Bugget, I mixed it altogether with the cream cheese and spooned it over a baked chicken breast. Yummy. Since lots of reviewers say guests are reluctant to try it, I thought I might cut the cream cheese into 1 inch cubes, place a dollop of Jezebel on each cube and present it on a platter with romaine lettuce leaves or parsley in the center and crackers around the perimeter.Thanks for sharing, Jen!

Delicious, inexpensive and easy as pie. Unlike others here, I didn't really have any problem getting anyone to eat it, perhaps because I live in the South. I've seen this recipe in many forms (some sweet/hot/tangy concoction poured over cream cheese) using various perserves or jalopeno jelly or sweet red pepper and onion relish (like Harry and David's) or even just Pick-a-Peppa sauce. They're all good.

This recipe is out of this world! It was a big hit at several parties I went to! Everyone wanted the recipe! Thanks!!

This is great! It is as easy as the recipe says and has a unusual taste that keeps those enjoying it just what the secret ingredient is.

This one always goes down a treat at my Christmas parties. Because it looks rather unattractive if made as listed I actually reverse things by adding everything but the preserves to the cream cheese. I then have a wonderful topping of apricot that looks much more appetizing. I sometimes serve it with the apricot warm and it is liked just as much that way. This recipe was a real find.

This is the best and so addictive. You can't stop at just one bite.

we loved it! had a little left over and put it on pumpernickle bagels for breakfast

I liked it, but no one else at the party touched it!

Very good. I used apricot preserves, but apricot/pineapple preserves work well, too. People either love it or hate it, but most will love it. It's a nice change of pace from regular dips and spreads. It's a snap to prepare, which is great! I serve it with buttery crackers.

I've had many Hot Jezebels over the years. After the meeting was over and everyone left, I tossed my old Jezebel recipe and replaced it with this one. It passed the test of twelve fussy musicians. Creamy, full flavored and stood on it's own with any of the half dozen kinds of crackers I served. The texture is perfect.

This recipe has been a standard in Southern kitchens for ages and has withstood the test of time! No matter how many times I serve this, folks still seem to enjoy it. Keeps well in the fridge for several days. Thanks!

I served this at an open house during the holidays and loved it. It was so simple to make and I served it with crackers and sausage balls. I did need to do a little coaxing to get my guests to try the dip that is why I gave it 4 stars.

I made this for a party and it was all gone! I also added paprika to give it a better color. This is a good fall recipe because it has a pumpkinny color to it. Great recipe!

Absolutely wonderful! I made it for a party and everyone raved about it! Super easy, too.

I thought this spread tasted fantastic, in fact I'm not sure if anyone is familiar with the astefully simple products, but this is simialar to the sweet pepper jelly over cream cheese sweet, a little spice, and the saltiness of the cracker is fabulous. The only bad thing is that it really doesn't look all that appealing! But once you get people to taste it it's yummy. I love horseradish so I added a little bit more that the recipe called for, and I could of added more. Very easy!

it was an ok sauce. if i make again i would add more horseradish. also, it was not spicy at all.

Delicious. Added a splash of Worcestshire for zing.

Very easy to make, and a hit with my guests. Great combination of flavors.

I was very excited by the prospect of this recipe, but it ended up tasting pretty much like honey mustard sauce.

I really liked this sauce very much. I did add a touch more horseradish and lots of black pepper. It was hard not to eat every bit of it myself!

I could not belive this recipe. My husband told me it seemed so strange we should try it. I took it to a pitch in and everyone was talking about it. It is wonderful! My kids hated it, but not all recipes have to be for kids!

Sounds strange, but, also sounds interesting. So I had to try it out! I now have a new addition to my permanent recipe collection. If you like it HOT, add a little more dijon and horseradish. I served it with Triscuit Thin Crisps. Nice contrast of tastes and textures!

Ugly, but delicious! Made as written

My guests were afraid of this dish (looks like mashed potatoes with sweet and sour sauce on top), so there weren't many takers, but it was DELICIOUS. The presentation left a lot to be desired, but if you're good at that sort of thing, this dish will be very popular.

I love this dip! I personally like a bit more horseradish for kick. Only 4 stars because it looks rather unattractive on the plate.

Delish!! Only I didn't use the mustard because I didn't have it on hand. I can't believe with the previous users that people are not willing to try new things!!

I love this! I make it with raspberry preserves and people devour it!

I make this all the time for entertaining -- it is so easy and fast to whip up once you have the ingredients in your fridge. I usually make with fat-free or neufchatel cream cheese and low-sugar apricot preserves, it is still wonderful. I serve with water crackers or wheat crackers. Guests rave about it, and they are always surprised to hear what the ingredients are!

I just love this receipe! I did a taste comparison with a sugar version and a sugar-free one. I could NOT taste a difference. Great for Diabetics!

I made this dip last night for my jewelry party. It was the hit of the party! Everyone raved about how good it was! Everyone wanted the recipe. I used 1/2 apricot and 1/2 pineapple preserves, and used crushed red pepper instead of black pepper. I also blended the cream cheese into all ingredients, to make a "dip" consistancy.

Very different, very good. We don't like horseradish so I cut a hot chilli pepper very finely and used it instead. No one could guess what it was made from, but it was very popular. Super easy.

I was looking for an easy and quick appetizer to make at the last minute. This recipe fit the bill and it was also very good. Everyone loved it and wanted the recipe.

Good recipe. For our taste we upped the horseradish and mustard. My mother has used the apricot/horseradish/mustard mixture on pork roasts before.

My guests loved it and I made it with low-sugar preserves and 1/3 less fat cream cheese.

This has been a favorite in my family for years! I make it several times a year and its nice to just have on hand. We like it best with Wheat Thin crackers and any leftover dip is DELICIOUS on a burger with swiss cheese. Mmm...

I am not a fan of horseradish, but I absolutely love the sweet/spiciness of this! It's very creamy, so you'll need a firm/crisp cracker to go with it.

Our friends think I'm so cool with this new recipe! I added a lot extra dijon mustard to give it more of a pleasant hot flavor, and I swirled the apricot preserves throughout the cream cheese to give it a little extra pizzaz. Delightful!

So unexpected yet so flavorful. It was a hit at my party!

This is always a hit at our Christmas party, but I did add A LOT more horseradish than it called for.

I made this for New Year's Day for a house full of men watching football. Had very little left. Great

I made this for a party we went to and everybody raved about it. They couldn't believe the ingredients. Apple jelly works well too.

This is an amazing combination of flavors. I like to sprinkle the top with a few red pepper flakes and some toasted almond slivers. It's best chilled overnight.

I LOVE this recipe! It couldn't be simpler to make and it tastes delish!!!! I usually add a bit more horseradish to mine b/c i like the bite it gives but start with the recommended amount then add more to taste if you like!

I brought hot jezebel to an office party. People were a little slow to try it, but once they did they couldn't stop eating it. Everyone was amazed at the appetizer and couldn't stop talking about it.

Delicious recipe. Have made it many times for parties and always goes over well!

Sorry. Tried this one out for Easter because it sounded so interesting, had numerous great reviews and my family loves hot/spicy dishes. I convinced everyone to give it a try and they all thought it was just so-so. It was the only appetizer leftover on the table! I may try again, but add more horseradish or dijon.

This recipe is certainly an acquired taste. Both my wife and I tried it and thought it was an average recipe. Nothing spectacular that would make me want to make it again. We halved the recipe and still half of what we made went to waste. The flavor is not for everyone.

Loved this recipe! For presentation I pressed the cream cheeze into various sized small prep bowls (lined w/saran wrap) to create half spheres. I removed when hardened and dripped the topping over the various sized circles.

A local horseradish company used to sell something similar already prepared. I was thrilled to find this recipe as they don't sell it anymore.

This hot Jezebel wasn't hot enough for me, so we increased all the hot stuff! And I also used some homemade Apricot Chili Jam I just happened to have in the pantry. It was yummy, and it disappeared, so then I had to refill the dip plate.

Great! I first tasted this over 25 years ago and have finally found the recipe. I made this for Christmas Eve and it was the hit of the night, especially with the kids in their 30's. They all wanted the recipe. It's like ambrosia. You can't get enough.

This recipe did scare me a bit, but due to all the positive feedback and the need to try something really different, I made it. It was great, and big hit. I asked all of my guests to try it, regardless of what it looked like, and boy did they start gobbling it up!!! We will be having Hot Jezebel for New Years Eve! thanks Jen!

I love this recipe. It's super easy and I always get compliments.

Not much to look at, but very good. Lots of requests for the recipe.

I absolutely LOVE when I have a recipe that people gobble up, and this is one of those recipes. People want to know what's in it, and can't believe it when you tell them! For a nicer presentation I spread the creme cheese on a pretty glass platter, then put the preserve mixture on top. People can then either spoon some dip on a plate for themselves or just dip the cracker into the dip that is on the platter. No double dipping though! :)

Really not bad. I think I would use a good hot horseradish next time, though. I added a little paprika to up the colour from a dull orange to a much nicer bright colour. Much more appealing. Serving it with water crackers and baguette slices.

This was a fabulous recipe. I made it for my parents anniversary party and it was a hit. It definately doesn't sound great when you look at the ingredients but wow! I will be making this again!

This was great! My guests really enjoyed it. From what other reviewers posted, I was worried what it would look like, so I went out and bought an italian looking, apricot colored dessert plate with a pretty design for $3 at Ross. I made a big dome with the cream cheese and poured on the jezebel. It looked beautiful! The mustard I used had little seeds in it, which gave it a little sprinkle of a different color and I used Triscuit triangle crackers. I'll definetely make it again.

Loved it - and so did everyone at the party I brought it to. Also, I was traveling about 2.5 hours to the party and this was so easy to transport. I just kept the apricot mixture and cream cheese chilled with an ice pack and when I arrived at my destination it was a snap to throw together. Everyone raved about it and asked me for the recipe. One thing to note is that I overdid it on the horseradish at first and had to use an additional amount of apricot preserves to balance out the taste. But that also allowed me to use the leftover mixture the next night for dinner - served over chicken. Delicious!

Try crushed pineapples instead of apricot preserves-they are good too!

I have this recipe using pineapple preserves, black pepper and horseradish. It is delicious, however, people do tend to shy away from it due to the way it looks. For people who like spicy dishes it is delicious and easy.

I only gave this four stars because, even though I liked it, it didn't seem pleasing to the eye... people were afraid of it.

This was exactly the recipe I was looking for! I took the advice of using the red pepper flakes instead of black pepper for appearance reasons and added much more horseradish for our preference. I served it as a spread for grilled pork tenderloin. Wonderful.

We like this altho my version could have been a little spicier. I could only find extra hot horseradish, so I cut back a bit, probably too much!

made this because I was looking for a recipe similar to a appetizer I had at a cookout, that was made with a well know, more expensive pepper jelly. This really captures that taste, but it took a little convincing to get my familar to try it, but once they did they scarfed it up!

I needed something different to take to a friend's house. This fit the bill perfectly. The hot and sweet flavors blended nicely and it was so quick and easy to prepare. I'll be making this again!

I had to Tweek this one a lot to get the best flavor

What a unique and delicious combination of flavors! And super easy to make.

This was so easy and quick. Mixed the cream cheese with the apricot preserves added 1 extra teaspoon horseradish and added red pepper flakes to taste.

This is awesome! It disappears at parties! A great crowd pleaser and so simple to make.

Easy and people eat it up. Nice addition to the appetizer menu or a finger food party!

Just ok.

Made exactly as the recipe says (no substitutions), was barely touched at a Memorial Day party! Will not use this recipe again.

This recipe was a real hit at our Thanksgiving gathering. Even those who profess not liking horseradish were raving. I even added twice the amount of horseradish called for in the recipe.....it was super!

Interesting App! Made it for a party...people either loved it or hated it! Very unique taste. If you are looking for something differet to bring...this is it.

This was great - I loved it!. Added an extra tsp of horseradish for more zip. It is a keeper!

I loved this one! I didn't have any horseradish, but I did have wasabi and added that instead. WOW!!! Big hit with all who tried it. I used neufchatel cheese and molded it in a star shaped pan. Great recipe, and a keeper for sure!

This was absolutely incredible. Brought this to a barbecue the other night and it was the most popular appetizer on the table! Very fast and very easy! I added a little more horseradish and a little more mustard to give it a little more zip.

While this wasn't bad it wasn't awesome either. Looks wise it is fairly ugly, but I wasn't going for pretty. I am not sure we will make this again.

I've made this for years. Thanks for the recipe!! I forgot about it!

I have made this recipe three times and everyone has loved it! I added a little more horseradish and Dijon to give it a bit more of a kick. Good quick and easy recipe!

Went over real well at my Christmas eve gathering. They had never tasted anything like it. The sauce and cream cheese combination is really delish!!

I added a LOT more of the horseradish and the mustard to offset the sweetness of the apricot but what a clever recipe! Everyone loved it! I even used the same type of mixture on some pork chops! Thanks!

I always get compliments whenever I make this (although I have to change the name when bringing it to a church potluck!). I do however add much more horseradish and mustard so that the hot and sweet really balance out to my liking. It's always a good idea to start out with the original recipe and then alter to your liking (as we all know, you can't take anything out once it's in!) Enjoy!!

After reading the reviews, I thought I couldn't go wrong bringing this to a party. However, hardly anyone would try it! It seemed as if they weren't sure what it was made of and weren't willing to try it. Those who tried it didn't seem too interested in having seconds. I have 2 parties next week, but I think I'll try something else for those.

I tried this recipe last Christmas. While it wasn't a really beautiful presentation (and I can get over that!), the taste was delicious! I love horseradish and the sweetness from the apricots is a great combination. A few people were reluctant to try it but when they did they loved it! Thanks for a great recipe!